Prior to this trip, I'd never spent more than three consecutive nights in LA. Because of its proximity to San Francisco, I viewed LA more as a place for a quick weekend getaway, rather than a real vacation destination.

But that means I'd never really delved very deep into the city of angels before. This time around, we booked an Airbnb in Silver Lake for a full week, during which I fell in love with LA's inspiring street style, the beautiful people, the delicious food, and all the artfully designed spaces.

Here’s a list of my recommended places on where to eat, drink and play in Los Angeles: